2) Science, technology, a global economy, and the digital age do not make us immune to history's cycles.
3) Freedom is not a universal value; it only flourishes in special times and places.
4) Power is a universal value
5) The Middle East is the graveyard of empire
6) Empires are destined to rise and fall in history's eternal cycle.
7) Religion and spirituality are history's most profound influences.
8) Empires rise and fall by the decisions of people. Leaders shape history through their choices, and for powerful nations, these consequences are profound.
9) Great leaders emerge in times of crisis.
10) America has a unique historical role. It can guide humanity into the future, but only if it truly learns from history's lessons.
